Buyer’s Guides
Buyer’s Guides
Any commercial or home improvement project needs careful planning and consideration — you’re bound to have plenty of questions and queries. Our team of timber experts are here to help.
From decking to cladding, from fencing to oak structures, we’ve pulled together our insights into a series of buyers’ guides to help you with planning, designing and costing your next project.
Hardwood vs. Softwood: What Are The Differences?
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Different projects require different types of timber, and most of us will have encountered the terms ‘hardwood’ and ‘softwood’.
A Guide to Naturally Dark Wood Types & Tree Species
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From the creamy chocolatey hues of American black walnut to the almost-black tones of wenge, there’s a range of woods at the darker end of the colour spectrum.
Iroko vs. Oak: A Quick Hardwood Guide
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Two stunning, high-performance hardwoods, both iroko and oak are a fine choice for almost any timber project. But what separates them? Let’s take a look.
Oak vs. Walnut: Appearance, Properties & Costs
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Beautiful and alluring, these two timeless timbers have many similarities and differences. Let’s compare them — which is the best choice for your project?
Western Red Cedar: Treatments, Stains & Restoration
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Cedar is a gorgeous, dynamic and ever-popular choice for cladding, fencing and decking projects.
What Is the Best Wood to Use for a Pergola?
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A pergola — great for adding a classy touch to your outdoor space. But what are the top timbers for the job?
Shiplap vs. V-Groove: Which Tongue & Groove Profile Is Best?
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Shiplap and V-groove (or V-joint) are two of the most popular types of cladding profile. Both can have a tongue and groove fit.
Light Coloured & Pale Wood: Types, Uses, Costs & Design Ideas
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Whether for flooring, furniture, skirting or wall slats, there’s a reason interior designers and woodworkers clamour for the calming, minimalist and Scandi-inspired look effortlessly evoked by pale timber.
Solid Hardwood vs. Engineered Flooring — Which Is Best For You?
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Researching your next flooring project? You’ll probably have heard of two very popular flooring choices — solid hardwood flooring (also known as solid wood flooring) and engineered flooring.
Oak & Pine Compared: Differences, Uses & Benefits
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When it comes to the home, oak and pine are two of the most popular and commonly-used types of timber.